Let us learn

Page No. 194

Study the following words taken from the text.

disregard, inconsequential, immortal, undaunted

These words are made by adding word beginnings like dis-, in-, im- and unto the root words regard, consequence, mortal, and daunt respectively. Such word beginnings are called prefixes.

• dis-+regard • in-+consequential
• im-+mortal • un-+daunted

I. Match the prefixes with their meanings and the root words to create a new word in the table given below. An example has been done for you.

Answer:

Now, complete the paragraph by using the new words created in the table.

Soldiers undergo (i) extraordinary training to prepare for their challenging duties. They learn to (ii) ________ explosives and handle (iii) _______ equipment with precision. They stand as a powerful force against (iv) ________ elements, displaying (v) _________ bravery. (vi)______ members often share their experiences to inspire new recruits. Their service can continually (vii) ________ the essence of commitment and sacrifice.

Answer:

1. extraordinary
2. malactivate
3. antifunctioning
4. undefined
5. requestionable
6. Extraservice
7. requestionable

II. Find words associated with ‘brave’ by filling in the missing vowels in the boxes given below.

Answer:

1. C O U R A G E
2. H E R O I C
3. B O L D
4. V A L I A N T
5. V A L O U R
6. G A L L A N T
7. F E A R L E S S
8. U N D A U N T E D
9. D A R I N G

III. Fill in the blanks with the correct opposite words of ‘brave’ from the box to complete the following sentences.

fear, cowardly, timid, afraid

1. Ajay’s ________ refusal to stand up for his friend was disappointing to everyone.
2. The ________ child hid behind his mother, too scared to meet the new teacher.
3. Anjali’s _______ of heights prevented her from climbing the tall ladder.
4. Sushma felt _______ as she entered the dark, abandoned building alone.

Answer:

1. cowardly
2. timid
3. fear
4. afraid

IV. Read the following sentences from the text and divide them into two parts. An example has been done for you.

1. I aspire to be courageous like him when I join the army!

• Main Clause: I aspire to be courageous like him
• Subordinate Clause: when I join the army

2. They exchange letters and share their feelings of gratitude for the freedom they enjoy because of the sacrifices made by the bravehearts of the country.

• Main Clause: They exchange letters and share their feelings of gratitude for the freedom they enjoy.
• Subordinate Clause: because of the sacrifices made by the bravehearts of the country.

3. Though seriously wounded in this encounter, he continued to fight alongside his comrades.

• Main Clause: he continued to fight alongside his comrades
• Subordinate Clause: Though seriously wounded in this encounter

V. Combine the following pairs of sentences using suitable subordinating conjunctions given in the box below.

1. Wasi burst into tears. He heard the good news.

2. Himani was very nervous. She delivered a great presentation.

3. This is the place. I was born.

4. The students performed very well. They studied diligently.

5. Water the plants. They will die.

Answer:

1. when
2. though
3. where
4. because
5. unless

VI. Complete the following sentences with suitable main clause or subordinate clause.

1. Farheen was late to work because __________.
2. The dog started barking when __________.
3. She completed the marathon although _________.
4. _________ while they were hiking in the mountains.
5. Abhishek received a promotion after ______.
6. __________ before the deadline approached.
7. We waited in the car until _________.
8. __________ as the waves rushed to the shore.

Answer:

1. she missed the bus.
2. the mailman arrived.
3. she had a sprained ankle.
4. They saw a beautiful sunrise
5. he completed the project successfully.
6. The team submitted the report
7. the rain stopped.
8. The children played on the beach

Let us listen

Page No. 196

You will listen to a girl speak about why she wishes to join the Armed Forces when she grows up. As you listen, answer the questions given below in two–three exact words you hear. (Transcript for the teacher on pg. 223)

1. What type of job does Gunjan think the Armed Forces is?

Answer: Noble job

2. What feature of the Armed Forces fills Gunjan with pride?

Answer: Bravery

3. How does the disciplined life of the Armed Forces impact the body and mind, according to Gunjan?

Answer: Keeps healthy

4. List any one aspect about a job in the Armed Forces that Gunjan feels helps someone grow.

Answer: Leadership skills

5. State any two things that Gunjan feels life in the Armed Forces teaches.

Answer: Duty, sacrifice